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Saeb Erekat and spokesman for Mahmoud Abbas
denounce remarks by Republican presidential candidate, who told donors
that the Palestinians are 'committed to the destruction of Israel.'

The Palestinian Authority has denounced remarks by
Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, who told donors that
Palestinians "have no interest" in peace with Israel.

According to comments captured on newly released video of his private
remarks to wealthy donors, Romney said Palestinians are "committed to
the destruction and elimination of Israel" and that the prospects for a
two-state solution to Mideast peace were dim. He also suggested that
efforts at Mideast peace under his administration would languish.

Chief Palestinian negotiator Saeb Erekat said Romney was wrong to accuse them of not seeking peace.